Quick Start¶

Welcome! 👋

This site is here to help you explore ethical, people-first alternatives to Big Tech.
If you’re new, here’s how to get the most out of the guides:

🚀 How to use these guides¶

Start with the basics
Begin with What is the Fediverse? to understand the ecosystem.
Think of it as the “big picture” behind all the platforms you’ll read about here.
Pick what matters most to you
Do you mainly use Facebook or Instagram? Jump to the Social Media Detox.
Curious about alternatives to Twitter/X? Head straight to Mastodon.
Love sharing photos? Explore Pixelfed.
More into videos? Learn about PeerTube.
Try things gradually
You don’t need to delete your old accounts on day one.
Instead, create a new account on one of these platforms, try it for a while, and see how it feels.
Slowly shift your activity and connections at your own pace.

🛠️ What you’ll find here¶

Step-by-step guides: Simple, non-technical instructions.
Explanations in plain language: No jargon, no gatekeeping.
Real-world use cases: Why these platforms matter and when to use them.

📝 Work in Progress¶

The guides here are not set in stone.
Technology, communities, and the Fediverse itself are always evolving.

That means:
- Some recommendations may change over time.
- New platforms might appear, old ones might fade.
- Pages will be updated as we learn more and experiment together.

So think of this site as a living guidebook — one that grows alongside you.

✅ Next step¶

👉 If you’re brand new, start with Getting Started.